Quick Links    Home    About Us    Programs    Resources    Statistics    Recommended Reading    Photos    Additional Links	KADIE 4th through 6th Grade Languages of Humans and Dogs Human language - vs. - dog language The "stick out your hand" myth How to behave around a dog one doesn't know Don't make direct eye contact Don't make abrupt moves/run away abruptly Don't lean over the dog Don't approach to pet over the top of its head How to approach a strange dog Always ask owner FIRST Sideways approach Don't lean over the dog Let the dog approach you if it shows any sign of shyness What to do if a dog growls Don't make eye contact Back off slowly, with eyes averted (NO direct eye contact) Get something between you and the dog (fence, gate, car...) What to do/what not to do if a dog attacks Protect head, neck and face with arms Protect belly by curling up LIE STILL DON'T scream – unless there is eminent help that you know will come if you do scream. Don't try to outrun dog unless you are far enough away and close enough to a safe place such as car, house, tree...
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